Descrizione
Diagnostic imaging is a key component in the care of companion animal patients.
In recent decades the available imaging modalities have expanded from
conventional radiography to include ultrasonography, computed tomography and
magnetic resonance imaging and all are employed on a daily basis in both general
and specialty veterinary practice.
The transition from film screen radiography to
digital radiography has transformed veterinary practice by making diagnostic
radiography quicker, easier and cheaper and facilitates rapid transmission, sharing
and interpretation of images. The Atlas of diagnostic imaging of dogs and cats
provides a broad overview of diagnostic imaging of companion animals for
students and general practitioners.
Interpretation of diagnostic images is a visual
science, and images are presented throughout the textbook to illustrate normal
anatomy, species differences, anatomic variation and common pathology.
Radiography remains the most commonly employed diagnostic imaging modality
in both general practice and specialty practice and the textbook provides a
thorough review of the use of this imaging modality for all body systems. As
ultrasound is now widely employed in general practice, this imaging modality is
also covered in detail, particularly where it complements diagnostic radiography.
Computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging are also discussed to
show how these imaging modalities can supplement radiography and
ultrasonography and where they are superior.
In addition to the images included in
the textbook, scanning the QR codes in the book or going to
https://vetdiagnosticimaging.edrapublishing.com, there are also linked
online video files which more clearly show normal physiologic function and
dynamic pathology.